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The Industry According to Gary Jay, Land Shark Promotion Studio

"Radio cannot afford to become a tired jukebox with 15 minutes of commercials every hour."

Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

Why Live Nation’s Settlement Means Opportunity for Radio

"When high-profile musicians come to their city, a major talking point among listeners will be how expensive tickets are. Radio needs to serve as an outlet for fans who don’t want to think about how much they paid for a ticket. Instead, help them remember why they bought it."

Two Important Reminders Courtesy of Barrett Media’s Top 20 Series

"There are two things I want to remind you of that are important but far too often pushed aside."

Run-D.M.C.’s Darryl McDaniels on How Merging Rock and Roll With Hip Hop Made Music History

"When we started doing hip hop, we utilized the records we were hearing on Soul Train, American Bandstand, and 77 WABC. Our inspiration wasn’t about color. It was about vibration and sound."

CRS 2026 to Honor Jelly Roll With Artist Humanitarian Award, Expand Focus on Growth, Inclusion, and Mentorship

"The award, established in 1990, has recognized many of the format’s biggest stars."

What Can We Learn From the Chasm Between Small Business and Consumers

"Small businesses win when they do what they say they’ll do, every time. Consumers relax when they know what to expect."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 National Sports Radio Shows of 2025

"A total of 90 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the National Sports Radio Shows category."

Why Leaving Radio Is More Difficult Than Anyone Admits

"Leaving radio isn’t really about finding another job. It requires a redefining of who you are when the mic or the station logo isn’t synonymous with your name anymore."

The Industry According To…Scott Borchetta, Big Machine Label Groups

"I think that Rock has suffered greatly over the last 30 years because there hasn’t been a real rock scene since Seattle in the ‘90’s."

Sports Media’s Criticism of Lynn Jones’ Conduct Showcases a Giant Hypocrisy

"This is a case of 'but journalism has always been done this way'."

Rick Gary Announces Departure From Sunny 102

"Rick Gary’s influence on our station and our community cannot be overstated."

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Attention Spans Are 40 Seconds. What Does That Mean for Radio?

"Listener Eye Contact is the most important skill an air personality — regardless of format — can develop."

Why Mike Golic Returning Is a Home Run Hire for ESPN Radio

"If ESPN Radio wanted to make the strongest statement possible about its commitment to the platform, there may not have been a better option available at this moment than bringing Mike Golic home. Sometimes the smartest move isn't chasing what's next. It's recognizing the value of what already worked."

Has the C-Suite Generation of Hard Work and Ethics Lost Its Way

"I'm saddened that it's often the largest media companies — those that rely on creative content and entertainment — that repeatedly eliminate the very people who helped build those organizations into the giants they have become."

How Matt Barrie Is Prepared To Tackle the Challenge of Hosting SEC Nation

"If you're a college football junkie like I am, there are few jobs with ESPN that scratch that itch. SEC Nation is one of them."